Stilton

Growing up in South Africa I often enjoyed fortified wines such as sherry and port as an aperitif before or after a meal. These days I tend to associate port with pampering, perhaps because on long flights in executive class, port is usually offered after dinner, together with a cheese plate. I have never thought to question what type of port was being served on these occasions - just savored the richness of the...

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